Message ID: 0004487
Time Message Issued: 19:38
Date Message Issued: 05/01/2020
Origin / Name: RAVINE
Incident Updated
ISSUED FOR THE RAVINE FIRE ON THE WESTERN END OF KANGAROO ISLAND
The Ravine fire continues to burn on the western end of Kangaroo Island, with a fire edge running between the south coast (west of Vivonne Bay) and the north coast (around Stokes Bay). It is also actively burning in remote inaccessible terrain in the Flinders Chase National Park.
Stronger winds late this afternoon has lead to an increase in fire behavior and as a result some increased smoke can be seen along the eastern side of the fire ground, particularly in the Stokes Bay. CFS issued a Watch and Act Message at 6pm. This fire behavior has is now moderated allowing us to go back to an Advice Message.
There is now visible signs of flame and smoke within in the Parndana Conservation Park.
This increase of activity is a constant reminder of how active this fire is in sections and why the community needs to maintain their vigilance.
The CFS would like to thank the community again for their support and working with the CFS to ensure their safety.
The fire has burnt a total of 155,889 ha with a perimeter of over 300 km. CFS, MFS, DEW and fire suppression aircraft have been working extensively and will continue to work across the fireground over the coming days, suppressing new fires, mopping up, patrolling and supporting residents in the fire affected areas.
Roads outside of the burnt areas are being reopened. Take care in the area, there may be roaming livestock, wildlife and conditions are smokey. Light rain has fallen across the island and roads may be slippery. For information on road closures visit www.traffic.sa.gov.au.
Inside the fire ground road closures are in place to ensure the safety of emergency service crews and the public. People are asked to respect road closures as a significant risk remains across the fireground.
Residents need to be aware of hazards on the fireground when returning to their properties. Watch out for falling trees, burning trees and underground roots, damaged or blocked roads, fallen power lines, smoke, ash and possible asbestos contamination. There are large patches of unburnt ground in the area and people need to monitor their surrounds for flare ups and take action to stay safe.
A 24-hour relief centre has been established at the Kingscote Football Club, Centenary Avenue, Kingscote. For further information and to access a variety of services, ring the Disaster Recovery Hotline 1800 302 787. For emergency assistance for livestock and animals call 1800 255 556.
It is important for the community to stay alert, monitor conditions and be ready to put your Bushfire Survival Plan into action. Make sure you consider the safety of vulnerable people and the preparedness of properties and livestock.
For updates visit the CFS website (www.cfs.sa.gov.au) or phone the Bushfire Information Hotline on 1800 362 361.
This message will be updated as the situation changes or before: Jan 06 2020 10:00
WHAT TO DO:
- Check and follow your Bushfire Survival Plan
- Decide what you will do if the situation changes
- Look and listen for information on television, radio, internet, mobile phones and by speaking with neighbours
KEEP UP TO DATE:
- CFS website : cfs.sa.gov.au
- Bushfire Information Hotline 1800 362 361
- For hearing or speech impaired users, phone 1300 555 727 then ask for 1800 362 361
- For teletype service TTY 133 677
- CFS on Facebook or Twitter
- On local ABC radio, FIVEaa, or one of our other Emergency Broadcast Partners.
Do not rely on a single source for warning information.
For emergencies call Triple Zero (000)
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